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Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence

Kalamazoo, Michigan  ·  EIN 822587771  ·  Private foundation

Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence is a Michigan-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $20.5M in annual giving against $516.9M in assets. This page documents the 2 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$20.5M
Annual giving (FY2024)
$516.9M
Total assets
2
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence funds

Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture.

Arts & Culture

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
City of Kalamazoo
TO SUPPORT THE GOALS OF THE CITY
Kalamazoo, MI$20.5M2024
City of Kalamazoo
TO SUPPORT THE GOALS OF THE CITY
Kalamazoo, MI$18.5M2023

Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2023$18.5M
2024$20.5M

How to apply for funding from Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence

Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at kalamazooffe.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence

Does Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence accept grant applications?
Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence fund?
Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include City of Kalamazoo, City of Kalamazoo. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence give in grants?
Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence reported $20.5M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2024). Across all years in our data it has awarded $39.0M over 2 grants.
Where is Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence located?
Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence is based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 822587771.
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About this profile. This page is built from Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Kalamazoo Foundation for Excellence. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.